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Gastric dilation-volvulus (GDV), also known as bloat, occurs when a dog’s stomach becomes blocked, and gas and fluid accumulate, causing the stomach to stretch to many times its normal size. The bloated stomach causes severe pain, and it is prone to twist....

Adorable lion, taco, or shark costume-clad pets run rampant on Halloween—and sometimes throughout the rest of the year—encouraging pet lovers to fawn over their cute outfits. But, don’t be tempted to give in to those cute, whiskered faces begging for...

He’s man’s best friend. He stands faithfully by our side. Never doubts us. Never questions us. He’s dog; we love him and think we know him well. But how well do we really know our dogs? Does a wagging tail always indicate happiness? Does panting always...

Did you know? Your pet can fracture her teeth! Here are four facts you should know about fractured teeth in pets.#1: Pets can break their teeth in a variety of waysDogs most often damage their large upper premolar, or carnassial tooth, as well as their...

Heartworm disease is one of the most painful, deadly, and costly parasitic infections. Fortunately, it’s also one of the easiest to prevent. Here are 11 facts about heartworm disease that you should know:Heartworm disease most often affects dogs, cats, and...

For many pet owners, trimming a pet’s nails—dog or cat—can seem like a daunting task. And, if you haven’t regularly trimmed your pet’s nails since he was young, chances are you’ll have a difficult time doing it effectively now. Keeping your pet’s nails...

If you’ve ever suffered from allergies, you know how irritating (in more ways than one) the symptoms can be. But we aren’t the only species than can experience the wide array of unpleasant reactions to various allergens; our pets can suffer many of those...

If I had a dime for every time I heard someone say they don’t have to worry about fleas or parasites affecting their pet because their pet lives indoors, I’d be able to retire somewhere on the Cape. Unfortunately, I don’t have a dime for every time I’ve heard that, I...

Most cats surrendered to shelters every year are done so because of perceived behavior problems—primarily house soiling. And, most of the cats surrendered will be euthanized.It doesn’t have to be this way. Cats never eliminate outside their litter boxes...

Here at Bristol County Veterinary Hospital, we take dental care very seriously. Of course, that goes beyond just cleanings. As time goes on, the importance of dental health is being realized more and more in human medicine and as well, in the world of...